Whether you're curious about your own ancestry or looking for a unique gift, at-home DNA-testing kits deliver at a manageable price point.

DNA kit options

Several companies provide at-home DNA-testing services, using slightly different technology and providing slightly different "extras." They include:

23andMe (also includes an optional health test)

Ancestry

National Geographic's Geno 2.0

Embark (this one's for DNA-testing your pet)

When to shop for DNA kits

DNA kits reliably drop in price during Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. You'll also see some deals pop up before Thanksgiving. 23andMe, for example, tends to offer two-for-the-price-of-one specials.

Where to buy DNA testing kits

In addition to buying directly from the manufacturers themselves, you can find great deals on Amazon and the National Geographic Store.

DNA kit shopping tips

All the kits use roughly the same technology to give you similar insights. But look into which extras they provide. Some provide information about your ancestors' migration patterns, while others tell you which famous figures you're distantly related to. Some even connect you to relatives you may not have known about.

Because these kits go on sale so often, avoid paying full price if you can. Browse our deals below to get the best discount possible.